James Anthony Davis Sr.

November 25, 1960 - July 5, 2021

James A. Davis, Sr. was born November 25, 1960 in Saint Louis, Missouri to the union of Walter C. Bell and Jean Bell. His father, Walter C. Bell; grandmothers, Brady Bell and Mandy Davis; uncle, Woodrow Davis and best friend, Earl Bagby all preceded him in transition. James was enrolled in the Saint Louis Public School System, where he attended Vashon High School and later received his GED. He worked at Jewish Hospital from 1987—1997 and at The Jewish Community Center from 1997-2021; he was happily employed for twenty-three years. James enjoyed music, fashion, live bands, traveling, playing the drums and bestowing love upon his family and friends. James attended Love Joy Church. James leaves to cherish his memory: his loving mother ~ Jean Bell; his lifelong companion ~ Carla A. Ward; two children ~ Kalvin A. Davis and Taryn Ward-Noel (Jamelle); three brothers ~ Kevin Bell, Arnold Tankford (Mary) and Martin Bell (Trina); three sisters ~ Rochelle Naylor (John), Bradie McMillian (Chris) and Audrey Whitfield; nine grandchildren ~ Marnique, Kalvin Jr., Jamelle Jr., Kalynne, Romelle, Kavon, Karla, Kameron and Kamari; one great grandchild ~ Lyric; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; a favorite cousin ~ Mercer Barnett; lifelong best friend ~ Wendell Harrington and extended family and friends.